ICD-10 Code M06.231 – Rheumatoid bursitis, right wrist (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M06.231 – Rheumatoid bursitis, right wrist
What it is
M06.231 identifies rheumatoid bursitis affecting the right wrist. It indicates inflammation of a bursa in the wrist linked to rheumatoid arthritis rather than a simple overuse or traumatic bursitis.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include wrist pain, swelling, tenderness, and reduced motion around the affected bursa. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation for confirmation of rheumatoid involvement and right-sided location.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents rheumatoid bursitis in the right wrist, or clearly links bursitis at that site to rheumatoid arthritis. Confirm laterality and the rheumatoid cause in the note. If the record only says “wrist bursitis,” check documentation before coding this diagnosis.
Do not use for
Do not use this code for nonrheumatoid bursitis, traumatic bursitis, or bursitis in another wrist or joint. If the chart does not specify rheumatoid origin or right wrist, check documentation.
Coding tip
Verify both the rheumatoid etiology and right-sided location before assigning M06.231.